12 Movies Like A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms You Need to Watch
Find 12 fantasy picks with politics, quests, and epic battles, from House of the Dragon to The Rings of Power and beyond, updated for 2026 readers.
If you came here searching for movies like A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms, you probably want the same mix of swordplay, court intrigue, and high-stakes fantasy drama. This list brings together 12 picks that lean into action, adventure, and richly built worlds, from A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms (2026) and House of the Dragon (2022) to The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power (2022). You will also find newer standouts such as The Pendragon Cycle: Rise of the Merlin (2026), Daemons of the Shadow Realm (2026), and Rise of the Conqueror (2026), each offering its own take on myth, power, and conflict. If you want a darker edge, Sword of the Demon Hunter: Kijin Gentosho (2025) adds a more supernatural spin, while Masters of the Universe (2026) brings a bold, larger-than-life fantasy vibe. Whether you are after political tension, epic quests, or legendary battles, these titles make an easy next watch.
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The Pendragon Cycle: Rise of the Merlin
action & adventure · drama · fantasy · science-fiction
Showcases a retelling of the Arthurian legend set in a Roman-occupied Britain where barbarian invaders threaten to lay claim to the island.
Directed by Jeremy Boreing, Ryan Whitaker, Jesse V. JohnsonCast Tom Sharp, Rose Reid, Alex Laurence-Phillips, Brett Cooper, Paul ClerkinAmazon Prime VideoMore details on IMDb → -
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House of the Dragon
Won 2 Emmys Outstanding Drama Series (2023) · 15 nominations
action · adventure · drama · fantasy · romance
The Targaryen dynasty is at the absolute apex of its power, with more than 15 dragons under their yoke. Most empires crumble from such heights. In the case of the Targaryens, their slow fall begins when King Viserys breaks with a century of tradition by naming his daughter Rhaenyra heir to the Iron Throne. But when Viserys later fathers a son, the court is shocked when Rhaenyra retains her status as his heir, and seeds of division sow friction across the realm.
Directed by Clare Kilner, Geeta Vasant Patel, Miguel Sapochnik, Greg Yaitanes, Loni PeristereCast Matt Smith, Emma D'Arcy, Steve Toussaint, Sonoya Mizuno, Kurt EgyiawanMaxMore details on IMDb → -
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The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power
7 Emmy nominations
action · adventure · drama · fantasy
Beginning in a time of relative peace, we follow an ensemble cast of characters as they confront the re-emergence of evil to Middle-earth. From the darkest depths of the Misty Mountains, to the majestic forests of Lindon, to the breathtaking island kingdom of Númenor, to the furthest reaches of the map, these kingdoms and characters will carve out legacies that live on long after they are gone.
Directed by Charlotte Brändström, Sanaa Hamri, Wayne Che Yip, Louise Hooper, J.A. BayonaCast Morfydd Clark, Ismael Cruz Cordova, Robert Aramayo, Markella Kavenagh, Owain ArthurAmazon Prime VideoFreeveeMore details on IMDb → -
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Daemons of the Shadow Realm
animation · action · adventure · drama · fantasy
Yuru, a young hunter, lives in a small village deep in the mountains, hunting wild game and leading a humble life with Asa, his younger twin sister. Their peaceful lives are torn apart when a dragon’s roar echoes across the sky. What secrets lurk within their village? What fate awaits them?
Directed by Masahiro AndôCast Kenshô Ono, Yume Miyamoto, Yûichi Nakamura, Rikiya Koyama, Misaki KunoNetflixHuluMore details on IMDb → -
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Rise of the Conqueror
action · adventure · history · war
In the 14th-century, as the Silk Road crumbles and rival factions tear the land apart, fearless warrior Timur emerges from exile. Stripped of everything, he fights to unite the fractured kingdoms, using strategy and sheer will to carve an empire from chaos. Undefeated in battle and widely regarded as one of history’s greatest military leaders and tacticians, not to mention one of its most brutal, Timur would found the Timurid Empire, which ruled over modern-day Afghanistan, Iran and Central Asia.
Directed by Jacob SchwarzCast Christian Mortensen, Mahesh Jadu, Yulduz Rajabova, Joshua Jo, Dulguun OdkhuuAmazon Prime VideoMore details on IMDb → -
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Masters of the Universe
action · adventure · fantasy · sci-fi
A young man on Earth discovers a fabulous secret legacy as the prince of an alien planet, and must recover a magic sword and return home to protect his kingdom.
Directed by Travis KnightCast Nicholas Galitzine, Camila Mendes, Idris Elba, Jared Leto, Jóhannes Haukur JóhannessonAmazon Prime VideoMore details on IMDb → -
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Sword of the Demon Hunter: Kijin Gentosho
animation · action · adventure · drama · fantasy · history
Jinta journeys through a century-spanning epic, all while questioning why he wields a sword.
Directed by Shannon Reed, Kazuya AiuraCast Kelly Greenshield, Aaron Campbell, Taku Yashiro, Ai Kayano, Yôji UedaHuluMore details on IMDb → -
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Song of the Bandits
drama · action & adventure · history · western
In the lawless land of Gando, fierce bandits will stop at nothing to fight for their precious homeland and loved ones — even if it means life or death.
Directed by Hwang Joon-hyeokCast Kim Nam-gil, Seohyun, Yoo Jae-myung, Lee Hyun-wook, Lee Ho-jungNetflixMore details on IMDb → -
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The Lord of the Rings: The War of the Rohirrim
animation · action · adventure · drama · fantasy
A sudden attack by Wulf, a clever and traitorous lord of Rohan seeking vengeance for the death of his father, forces Helm Hammerhand, the King of Rohan, and his people to make a daring last stand in the ancient stronghold of the Hornburg.
Directed by Kenji KamiyamaCast Brian Cox, Gaia Wise, Miranda Otto, Luca Pasqualino, Lorraine AshbourneMaxMore details on IMDb → -
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Lord of the Flies
2 Emmy nominations
drama · thriller
After a plane crash, a group of schoolboys find themselves stranded on a tropical island without adults. Ralph is elected leader and, with the help of the intelligent Piggy, strives to maintain order and civilization. Jack, responsible for the signal fire, becomes increasingly focused on hunting and power struggles. This leads to tensions within the group, gradually pushing the boys from hope and structure into chaos and tragedy.
Directed by Marc MundenCast Winston Sawyers, Lox Pratt, David McKenna, Ike Talbut, Thomas ConnorNetflixMore details on IMDb → -
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The Witcher: Sirens of the Deep
animation · action · adventure · drama · fantasy · mystery
When human sailors are attacked by mysterious creatures of the deep, only one person can stop the war between land and sea: the Witcher, Geralt of Rivia.
Directed by Heechul KangCast Doug Cockle, Joey Batey, Anya Chalotra, Christina Wren, Emily CareyNetflixMore details on IMDb → -
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Star Wars: Tales of the Empire
animation · short · action · adventure · drama · fantasy · sci-fi
A journey into the fearsome Galactic Empire through the eyes of two warriors on divergent paths.
Directed by Dave Filoni, Nathaniel Villanueva, Steward Lee, Saul RuizCast Meredith Salenger, Diana Lee Inosanto, Rya Kihlstedt, Steve Blum, Shelby YoungDisney PlusMore details on IMDb →
Wrapping Up
What ties these picks together is the same appeal that makes this kind of fantasy so addictive: memorable heroes, dangerous worlds, and plenty of drama between the battles. From recent releases to major upcoming series, the lineup gives you a wide range of tones without losing that epic feel. If you are building a watchlist around this style of storytelling, bookmark this page and come back when you want another recommendation. We update it regularly so you can keep finding fresh options as new titles arrive.
Frequently Asked Questions
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